Peringat Population 2026
Peringat has a population of 23,288, making it the #261 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,288
Rank in Malaysia
#261
Coordinates
6.03°N, 102.28°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
328 km
204 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Mas | 230,424 | #39 |
| Pasir Puteh | 137,400 | #65 |
| Kuala Krai | 105,007 | #76 |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 39,904 | #171 |
| Tanah Merah | 29,116 | #229 |
| Gua Musang | 19,731 | #295 |
| Kampong Kadok | 19,233 | #305 |
Cities near Peringat
- Kampong Kadok19,233 people · ~5 km away
- Kota Bharu568,900 people · ~11 km away
- Wakaf Baharu17,033 people · ~13 km away
- Kampong Pangkal Kalong39,904 people · ~15 km away
- Pasir Mas230,424 people · ~16 km away
- Pasir Puteh137,400 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Peringat?
Peringat has a population of 23,288 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #261 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Peringat in?
Peringat is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Peringat the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 328 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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